Greenstone public meetings in 2025
27 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council will approve several financial measures, including a $5.4 million temporary borrowing bylaw and the 2026 tax‑supported operating and capital budgets. It will also adopt the 2026 rate‑supported water and wastewater budget and authorize a $458,502.40 sewer rehabilitation contract. Additional decisions cover interim waste collection services for institutional properties.
- Approve By‑Law 25‑70 to authorize temporary borrowing of $5,400,000 for 2026
- Award Longlac Hamel Avenue Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation contract to 1876118 Ontario Limited o/a Makkinga Contractors for $458,502.40
- Approve 2026 Tax Supported Operating and Capital Budgets as presented
- Approve 2026 Rate Supported Water and Wastewater Budget as presented
- Authorize continuation of waste collection services to Institutional class properties until June 1 2026
Greenstone O.P.P. Detachment Board
The Greenstone O.P.P. Detachment Board will vote to approve the draft 2026 budget. It will also consider and adopt three by‑laws covering board procedures, remuneration and travel expenses, and an abuse, violence and harassment policy. A community safety and well‑being plan will be received for information.
- Approve Greenstone O.P.P. Detachment Board Draft 2026 Budget
- Adopt Procedural By‑Law 01 governing board conduct and operations
- Adopt By‑Law 02 establishing a Remuneration and Travel Expense Policy
- Adopt By‑Law 03 establishing an Abuse, Violence and Harassment Policy
- Receive Municipality of Greenstone Community Safety and Well‑Being Plan as information
Public Meeting
The Greenstone Council is holding a statutory public meeting to gather input on a proposed Zoning By‑Law Amendment that would rezone 203 First Street West from General Commercial (C1) to Light Industrial (M1) to allow a transportation depot. The Director of Planning will present report PPS 275‑25 for information, and the council will take the final decision to a regular meeting on December 8, 2025. A confirmatory By‑Law (25‑65) is also recommended to approve the proceedings of this meeting.
- Proposed Zoning By‑Law Amendment to rezone 203 First Street West (C1 → M1) for a transportation depot
- Presentation of report PPS 275‑25 by the Director of Planning for council information
- Public hearing allowing verbal and written statements for and against the proposal
- Recommendation to adopt By‑Law 25‑65 to confirm the statutory public meeting proceedings
- Requirement for a Development Agreement before a building permit can be issued
Regular Council
Council is considering draft 2026 tax-supported and rate-supported water and wastewater budgets. Staff are recommending four public open house meetings from December 1 to 4 in Beardmore, Geraldton, Nakina, and Longlac to gather resident input.
- Proposed $749,050 agreement for Geraldton Community Centre repairs and upgrades
- Estimated $156,600 agreement with Ministry of Transportation for winter maintenance in Geraldton
- Sale of 1105 Tamarac Dr., Caramat to Adam and Michelle Krick for $15,000 plus HST
- Proposal to stop offering Ontario Health transportation services to expand homemaking and home maintenance programs
- Decision to not add a question on the ballot for the 2026 Municipal Election
Regular Council
Council will consider several decisions, including awarding an external audit contract to Doane Grant Thornton LLP for $71,583.07. The meeting also includes a draft Seasonal Operation of Community Centres Policy, an amendment to the 2026 Fees and Charges By‑Law adding a $20 registered‑letter fee and a $50 appeal filing fee, and setting remuneration of $150 per meeting for members of the Greenstone OPP Detachment Board. Additional items are the adoption of an Asset Management Plan by‑law and the approval of alternative voting methods for the 2026 municipal election.
- Award external audit services contract to Doane Grant Thornton LLP for $71,583.07
- Amend 2026 Fees and Charges By‑Law: $20 registered‑letter fee; $50 appeal filing fee
- Approve draft Seasonal Operation of Community Centres Policy
- Set remuneration for Greenstone OPP Detachment Board members at $150 per meeting
- Adopt Asset Management Plan by‑law (By‑Law 25‑62)
Regular Council
Council will vote on terminating the Specialized Transit Program and repealing its policies. Staff will be directed to prepare by‑laws for the 2026 Fees & Charges and for alternative telephone and internet voting in the 2026 municipal election. The council will consider three property sales in Caramat for $2,000 each (plus HST) and one for $1,500 (plus HST). A motion will direct administration to issue an RFP for the Main Street Rehabilitation Project and set aside $268,750 as a contingency.
- Terminate Specialized Transit Program effective Jan 1 2026 and repeal related policies
- Prepare by‑law to approve 2026 Fees & Charges at the Dec 8 meeting
- Authorize telephone and internet voting methods for the 2026 municipal and school board elections
- Approve sale of 1442 Aspen Crescent East, Caramat, for $2,000 plus HST to Thomas W. Ritchie
- Approve $268,750 contingency for Main Street Rehabilitation Project and issue an RFP
Greenstone O.P.P. Detachment Board
The Greenstone O.P.P. Detachment Board will appoint an Administrator and a Treasurer to manage board functions and finances. It will recommend $150 per meeting remuneration for both Provincial and Community Representative appointees. The board also directs the Administrator to draft a budget for the next meeting.
- Appointment of an Administrator for the Detachment Board
- Appointment of a Treasurer for the Detachment Board
- Recommendation of $150.00 per meeting remuneration for Provincial Appointee members
- Recommendation of $150.00 per meeting remuneration for Community Representative Appointee members
- Directive to prepare a draft budget for review at the next meeting
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will consider a $149,495.62 road patching contract for Bruno's Contracting, approve a new Social Media Policy, and discuss a Recreation and Playground Master Plan. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss potential land purchases in Caramat.
- Authorize $149,495.62 road patching contract to Bruno's Contracting
- Approve Social Media Policy (By-Law 25-55)
- Endorse Recreation and Playground Master Plan
- Direct staff to change names of Geraldton Family Resource Centre and Geraldton Elderly Person Centre
- Consider land purchases in Caramat during closed session
Regular Council
The council approved the revised Social Media Use Policy and directed the clerk to prepare a by‑law for its final adoption. It adopted the 2026 Budget Framework, including a $282,240 Canada Community‑Building Fund grant and an $830,242 Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund grant for road rehabilitation, and set several tax levy and rate increases. The council awarded the Centennial Drive Reconstruction contract to Planmac Engineering Inc. for $175,926.25 and approved by‑laws for an affordable rental housing tax subclass and an insurance and risk management policy. Additional actions included approving a Public Notice Policy and appointing Elaine Mannisto as Alternate Deputy Mayor.
- Approve revised Social Media Use Policy
- Adopt 2026 Budget Framework with $282,240 Canada grant, $830,242 Ontario grant, and multiple tax levy/rate increases
- Award Centennial Drive Reconstruction contract to Planmac Engineering Inc. for $175,926.25
- Adopt By‑Law 25‑50 establishing Affordable Rental Housing Property Tax Subclass
- Adopt By‑Law 25‑51 establishing Insurance and Risk Management Policy
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council will adopt a new optional subclass for affordable rental housing, effective January 1 2026, and approve a 35% reduction in the municipal property‑tax rate for that subclass. The meeting also includes adoption of a Community Garden Policy and new water and wastewater billing, collection, and meter policies. Staff will present updates on new wastewater and stormwater operational requirements under the CLI‑ECA framework. Minutes from the August 11 2025 meeting and various reports will be approved.
- Adopt optional subclass for affordable rental housing with 35% tax rate reduction
- Approve By‑Law 25‑46 to adopt the Community Garden Policy
- Approve By‑Law 25‑47 for Water and Wastewater Billing & Collection Policy
- Approve By‑Law 25‑48 for Water Meter Installation, Maintenance and Replacement Policy
- Presentation on New Wastewater and Stormwater Operational Requirements – CLI‑ECA Update
Regular Council
The council will approve several policy drafts, including the Community Garden Policy and two water‑related policies, and will direct the clerk to prepare by‑laws for final approval in September. It will also delegate authority to the chief administrative officer to sign two development agreements with Greenstone Mine (files 2025‑07‑14‑GM2‑HS and 2025‑07‑14‑GM2‑HOC). Additional items include a by‑law to rename Indian Road in the Longlac Ward to Nishnabe Miikena and routine reports and proclamations.
- Approve draft Community Garden Policy and direct clerk to draft by‑law
- Approve draft Water and Wastewater Billing & Collection Policy
- Approve draft Water Meter Installation, Maintenance and Replacement Policy
- Delegate CAO authority to sign Development Agreement File No. 2025‑07‑14‑GM2‑HS with Greenstone Mine
- By‑law to rename Indian Road in Longlac Ward to Nishnabe Miikena
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council approved the minutes from June 23, 2025 and adopted several by‑law amendments, including a draft amendment to By‑law 09‑48 to start residential curbside waste collection in 2026. It authorized a $171,160.32 capital expense to buy a mobile generator for water and wastewater operations, awarded a $65,648.10 contract for the Geraldton Trailer Park Survey, and directed that the Infrastructure Renewal Fee for unconnected lots not proceed. Additional decisions included approving an agreement for OPP office space at 105 Hamel Avenue and adopting a revised Sale or Other Disposition of Land policy.
- Approve draft amendment to By‑law 09‑48 establishing residential curbside waste collection (effective Jan 1 2026)
- Authorize $171,160.32 capital expense for a mobile generator to support water and wastewater operations (OCWA)
- Award $65,648.10 contract to J.D. Barnes Limited for the Geraldton Trailer Park Survey
- Direct administration not to proceed with the Infrastructure Renewal Fee for unconnected lots
- Approve agreement with OPP for additional office space at 105 Hamel Avenue, Longlac
Committee of Adjustment
The Greenstone Committee of Adjustment is voting on two Consent applications that would merge existing lots to create a single lot for an Operations Centre and a new lot for an electrical substation, both to be conveyed to Hydro One Networks Inc. Approval is conditional on a development agreement with Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc. that includes financial securities and upgrades to Arena Road to municipal standards. The agenda also includes standard procedural items such as land acknowledgment and confirmation of previous minutes.
- Consent Application 2025-07-14-GM2-HOC: merge three lots to form a standalone lot for an Operations Centre to be transferred to Hydro One Networks Inc.
- Consent Application 2025-07-14-GM2-HS: create a new lot for a new electrical substation to be transferred to Hydro One Networks Inc.
- Both approvals require a development agreement with financial securities between Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc. and the Municipality of Greenstone.
- The agreement obligates GGM to improve and upgrade Arena Road to municipal standards—from Michael Power Boulevard to the severed lot frontage (HOC) and from Highway 11 to the severed lot frontage (HS).
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council will consider several policy approvals, including a revised Sale or Other Disposition of Land Policy and revisions to the Water and Wastewater Policy. Council will also direct staff to seek external partners for a seniors‑focused housing project and to rename Indian Road to Reconciliation Road. A motion will authorize the CAO to sign a Development Agreement with Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc. for a new OPP station.
- Approve the revised Sale or Other Disposition of Land Policy and direct a by‑law for its adoption
- Approve Water and Wastewater Policy revisions and direct public consultation and inclusion of a water‑meter replacement program in the 2026 capital budget
- Direct Administration to seek external partners for a seniors‑geared housing project and report back in October 2025
- Authorize the CAO to sign the Development Agreement with Greenstone Gold Mines GP Inc. for a new OPP station
- Direct staff to rename "Indian Road" in Longlac Ward to "Reconciliation Road" and forego a public contest
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council will adopt the 2024 audited financial statements and direct the $2,498,115 surplus to the Roads, Bridges, Drainage and Sidewalks Reserve Fund. It will also consider a notice to close a portion of Michael Power Boulevard, approve an electronic monitoring by‑law, and decide on changes to local recreation and road services.
- Adopt 2024 audited financial statements and allocate $2,498,115 surplus to the Roads, Bridges, Drainage and Sidewalks Reserve Fund (motion 1.11.4).
- Approve By‑Law 25‑34 to adopt the Electronic Monitoring Policy (motion 1.12.1).
- Direct Administration to post a notice of closure for Michael Power Boulevard south of Sunset Drive and bring forward a formal by‑law for a July decision (motion 6.1).
- Approve discontinuation of the Geraldton tennis court, pilot a community garden on the site, and develop a draft Community Garden Policy for August (motion 1.11.2).
- Authorize conversion of Dumond Street in Jellicoe from chip‑seal to gravel as a level‑of‑service change (motion 1.11.3).
Regular Council
The Municipality of Greenstone will review the 2024 audited financial statements and consider an Electronic Monitoring Policy. Council will also decide on a community appointment and a local financial donation.
- Presentation of 2024 Audited Financial Statements by Doane Grant Thornton
- Decision on the adoption of an Electronic Monitoring Policy
- Proposed $1,500 donation to the Thunderbird Friendship Centre - Indigenous Day Committee
- Appointment of Jayson Bronson to the Greenstone O.P.P. Detachment Board via By-Law 25-32
- Report of $8M in capital expenditures, including $2.6M for Geraldton and Longlac Water Tower upgrades
Committee of Adjustment
The Greenstone Committee of Adjustment will consider Consent Application 2025-02/05-07 and Minor Variance Application 2025-02/05-07 for a proposed Ontario Provincial Police detachment at 8000 Highway 11, Geraldton. The consent would create a new lot with two easements for vehicular access and water service, and the variance would raise the maximum lot coverage in the Rural (RU) zone from 5% to 15%. The Director of Planning recommends approval, and the Committee will vote on the recommendation. An appeal period is available until June 16, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.
- Consent to sever and create a new lot with access and water easements at 8000 Highway 11
- Minor variance to increase maximum lot coverage to 15% in Rural (RU) zone
- Application file No. 2025-02/05-07 for the OPP detachment
- Public hearing allows verbal or written statements for or against the applications
- Appeal deadline: June 16, 2025, 4:00 p.m.
Regular Council
Council will consider several motions, including approving a $1,229,929 contract for ice‑plant upgrades to sustain curling rink services in Nakina and Beardmore. They will also direct staff to continue the specialized transit pilot for six months and to provide regular updates. Additional items include canceling Tender PS‑2025‑19 and approving an engineering consulting RFP for Centennial Drive reconstruction, approving a housing infrastructure application for storm‑sewer rehabilitation, and vesting failed tax‑sale lands with a $66,401.21 tax write‑off.
- Approve $1,229,929 contract with CIMCO for Ice Plant upgrades in Nakina and Beardmore (plus municipal HST portion)
- Continue specialized transit pilot program for six months and require staff updates
- Cancel Tender PS‑2025‑19; approve RFP for engineering consulting for linear infrastructure and add Centennial Drive reconstruction as a 2025 capital project
- Approve Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program application for storm‑sewer rehabilitation on Centennial Drive and Skinner Ave (Longlac Ward)
- Vest failed tax‑sale properties and authorize tax write‑off of $66,401.21
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will vote on an Office Closure Policy and authorize a temporary service interruption for a Staff Appreciation BBQ. The meeting also includes the appointment of Integrity Commissioners and the Greenstone OPP Detachment Board.
- Approval of Office Closure Policy
- Temporary service interruption for Staff Appreciation BBQ
- Appointment of Integrity Commissioner
- Appointment of OPP Detachment Board representatives
- In-camera session for negotiations and education
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council will vote on awarding a $227,626.94 contract to Northern Crack Sealers Inc. for the 2025 Capital Crack Sealing Project. It will also adopt By‑Law 25‑24 to levy and collect property taxes for 2025 and By‑Law 25‑25 to amend the Nakina Lumber zoning by‑law. Additional items include public engagement on new community centres in Beardmore and Nakina and a discussion on reducing the size of Council.
- Award contract for 2025 Capital Crack Sealing Project to Northern Crack Sealers Inc. ($227,626.94)
- Adopt By‑Law 25‑24 to levy and collect property taxes for the year 2025
- Adopt By‑Law 25‑25 to amend By‑Law 23‑77 for Nakina Lumber zoning
- Deferred motions to begin public engagement on new Beardmore and Nakina community centres (construction by 2028)
- Discussion on reducing Council composition to at least seven members
Regular Council
The Greenstone Council will decide on the 2025 property tax rates and ratios and direct the clerk to prepare a by‑law to levy those taxes. It will also consider several storm‑water management funding items, including a $150,000 combined allocation for a drainage study and master plan, $50,000 for a culvert and ditch inventory, and $30,000 for a monitoring plan. Additional motions include reserve fund transfers, an in‑kind donation valued at $8,824.90, and adoption of an updated workplace harassment policy.
- Approve 2025 property tax rates and ratios and direct preparation of a tax‑levy by‑law
- Allocate $150,000 for a Drainage Study (2026) and Drainage Master Plan (2027)
- Allocate $50,000 for a culvert and municipal ditch inventory GIS dataset
- Allocate $30,000 to contract a Storm Water Monitoring Plan (2027)
- Approve an in‑kind donation to the GCHS/RSNO Reunion Committee valued at $8,824.90 with a $1,000 offset
Public Meeting
The Greenstone Council is holding a statutory public meeting to receive comments on a site‑specific Zoning By‑law Amendment that would allow a temporary forestry work camp on the property at 100 Exton Road. The amendment would add a definition of “forestry work camp” and permit it as a use on land currently zoned M2 (Heavy Industrial). Council will receive report 077‑25 as information and will make a final decision at the March 24 regular meeting. By‑law 25‑19 will be confirmed to record the proceedings of this meeting.
- Proposed Zoning By‑law Amendment to create a “forestry work camp” definition and permit it on 100 Exton Road
- Development plan includes 11 residential trailers, a utility building, septic system, 20‑m driveway, 6‑m berm, and 40 standard plus 2 barrier‑free parking spaces
- Site is approx 40.74 ha, currently zoned M2 Heavy Industrial, which does not allow residential uses
- Separation distances: ~227 m to Sawmill equipment (below 300 m requirement), ~305 m to Sawmill building, ~100 m to forestry pit; a site‑specific exception is sought
- Council will receive report 077‑25 for information; decision deferred to March 24 regular meeting; By‑law 25‑19 to confirm meeting proceedings
Regular Council
Greenstone Council will decide on several capital project additions for the 2025 budget and a 2% increase in airport fuel prices. The body will also consider transferring the municipal bandshell to a non-profit organization and adopting a new bulky waste collection policy.
- Proposed 2% increase in airport fuel prices, raising markup from $0.54 to $0.59 per litre
- Capital budget additions including Geraldton Main Road Rehabilitation ($166,067) and Geraldton WWTP Upgrades ($150,000)
- Proposed transfer of municipal bandshell to Kenogamisis Fish & Game Conservation
- By-Law 25-20 to adopt the Spring Household Bulky Waste Collection Program Policy
- By-Law 25-21 to appoint Chief Building Official, Deputy Chief Building Officials and Inspectors
Regular Council
Council is deciding on a service delivery review for waste management, including potential changes to curbside collection and new staffing. The meeting also includes a presentation on the 2025 Tax Policy and decisions on several municipal grants and contracts.
- Proposed $6,000 expenditure for a Longlac Landfill volume survey
- Proposed $205,000 NOHFC application for Beardmore Snowman rehabilitation
- Proposed $120,000 contract with KPMG for an airport social and economic impact study
- Proposed by-law to limit curbside waste collection to residential only effective January 1, 2026
- Proposed changes to building permit fee structures and the 2025 Fees & Charges By-Law
Public Meeting
The Greenstone Council is holding a public hearing to consider a new building permit fee schedule. Staff presented Report PPS 064-25 showing current fees ($10 for the first $1,000 of construction value and $3 per $1,000 thereafter) have not changed since the early 1970s and are lower than actual costs. The proposal would shift fees from a per‑$1,000 basis to a per‑square‑foot basis, raising an average 1,500‑sq‑ft residential permit from $880 to $1,890. Residents may submit verbal or written statements for or against the changes.
- Report PPS 064-25 presented on changes to the building permit fee structure (information only)
- Public hearing allowing verbal and written statements in support or opposition to the proposed fee changes
- Proposed shift from fees per $1,000 of construction value to fees per square foot (exact rates not specified)
- Example impact: typical 1,500‑sq‑ft residential permit fee would increase from $880 to $1,890
- By‑Law 25-10 to confirm the proceedings of the February 10, 2025 public meeting
Regular Council
The council will decide on a capital purchase of a 2025 6M 130 Cab Tractor for the Renald Y. Beaulieu Greenstone Regional Airport at a total cost of $282,838.30. It will also consider a reduction in the fee for not purchasing a dog tag from $179.20 to $75.00, changes to the building permit fee structure, and several by‑law approvals including a $150,000 FireSmart grant transfer and new water and sewer rates for 2025.
- Authorize $282,838.30 purchase of a John Deere 6M 130 Cab Tractor for the regional airport
- Reduce fee for not purchasing a dog tag from $179.20 to $75.00
- Approve revised building permit fee structure as set out in the Building Permit Fee Review study
- Approve By‑Law 25‑11 to execute a $150,000 Ontario FireSmart Communities Implementation Grant transfer
- Approve By‑Law 25‑12 establishing 2025 municipal water and sewer rates
Regular Council
Council will consider the 2025 tax-supported and water/wastewater budgets, as well as an interim tax levy. The meeting includes a service delivery review for airports and requests for heavy equipment purchases.
- Proposed privatization investigation of R. Elmer Ruddick Nakina Airport
- Purchase of two Kenworth dump trucks for $539,997.58
- Purchase of a CAT 926 wheeled loader for $310,203.70
- Purchase of a CAT 255 Compact Track Loader for $156,172.33
- Purchase of a Tandem Truck Plow Combination Unit for $494,385.65